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Quantitative Researcher - PhD Graduates

venture searchNew York, NY

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Financial Quantitative AnalystsFinancial and Investment AnalystsMathematical Science Occupations, All Other

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Portfolio Management and Investment AdviceMiscellaneous Financial Investment ActivitiesInvestment Banking and Securities Intermediation

$200k-$250k

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Senior Consultant at Venture Search - Hedge Funds and Prop Trading Quantitative Researcher – PhD Graduates (New York) New York - United StatesBase Salary $200k-$250k + Discretionary bonus Venture Search is working with a tier-1 hedge fund and is seeking exceptional PhD graduates to join its Quantitative Research team in New York. This role offers the opportunity to apply cutting-edge research to real-world markets, with a focus on alpha generation and machine learning model development.
The Role: Conduct advanced research to generate new sources of alpha across multiple asset classes. Design, develop, and implement machine learning models for financial time-series prediction. Explore large and complex datasets to uncover hidden patterns and market inefficiencies. Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and technologists to translate research into production strategies. Continuously monitor and refine models in live trading environments.
What we're looking for:
  • PhD in Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, or a related quantitative discipline from a top university.
  • Strong foundation in probability, statistics, stochastic processes, and machine learning.
  • Excellent programming skills in Python (C++ or other high-performance languages is a plus).Demonstrated ability to conduct original research and solve complex problems.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Direct impact on trading performance and strategy innovation.
  • Access to world-class data, infrastructure, and research tools.
  • Exposure to some of the brightest minds in finance, technology, and research.
  • Highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
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$200k-$250k

Experience level

Senior

Location

New York, NY

Occupation

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Industry

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice

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